Distribution
Read the latest natural food industry news and advice relating to distribution, wholesale, and direct store delivery (DSD). From reporting on changes in the distribution of products, to diving into the current state of play between food brands and distributors, the latest industry news and analysis provide context and best practices within a complex food distribution network.
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Fancypants Goes Big With Smaller Pack Sizes
The Boston-based premium cookie maker is expanding into new foodservice channels with 1 oz. and 0.67 oz. trial packs designed for corporate cafes, hotels, universities and airlines.
How Manufacturing Is Fueling Jackson’s ‘Rocket Ship’ Growth
Seed oil-free snack brand Jackson’s is using its manufacturing structure to fuel innovations and new distribution channels.
Inside The Early Success Of JiMMYBAR!’s Creatine Launch
JiMMYBAR! has seen early “massive” success of its Creatine Bars, representing an inflection point for the 12-year-old company.
Additional Content
Gourmet Guru: Lichtenstein Talks UNFI Buyout
Last week natural products distributor United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) announced the acquisition of Gourmet Guru, a natural and organic food distributor and merchandiser serving the Northeast. Project NOSH spoke with Gourmet Guru CEO Jeff Lichtenstein about the sale, why it was the right time, and what the future looks like
Distribution Roundup: Sweets & Snacks Gain New Retailers
As the summer comes to a close, several producers of sweets or snackshave seen recent wins in retail, adding hundreds of new accounts. The additions come after the busy summer trade show season.
Distribution Roundup: “Clean” Options See Retail Wins
This month, several young brands saw distribution gains for their better-for-you, more sustainable offerings. Retailers have been looking for more options to fill the consumer demand for cleaner products in their favorite categories.
Distribution Roundup: Sheetz, Target and Babies R Us All Add NOSH Brands to Shelves
As the summer picks up, several natural, organic, sustainable and healthy brands have been picked up by major retailers to round out their sets and appeal to consumers seeking cleaner options.
Looking Back, Gourmet Guru Celebrates 20th Anniversary
In this interview with Project NOSH, Jeff Lichtenstein the CEO and founder of Gourmet Guru provides his candid thoughts about what he’s witnessed in the industry, what he’s proud of as he celebrates the company’s 20th anniversary, and where he sees the industry moving.
Gourmet Guru Celebrates 20 Years
Gourmet Guru, the first all natural and organic food retail distribution company in New York City, celebrates their 20th anniversary this year.
Simply Gum Now Available in Vitamin Shoppe Stores Across The Nation
Simply Gum is excited to announce that their premium all natural chewing gum line is now available across the U.S. and online at vitaminshoppe.com. Simply Gum is revolutionizing the chewing gum market as the first brand to use only six all natural ingredients in its recipe with no artificial flavors or preservatives.
Distributors, Suppliers Consolidate at Year-End
As the year winds to a close, the wallets remain open, with a spate of high-profile distributor and supplier acquisitions announced in the past two weeks. Many of the companies acquired have a focus on “better-for-you,” fresh, and specialty, underscoring the ongoing importance of consumer interest in natural and unique products.
FiveStar Gourmet Foods Expands to East Coast With New Manufacturing/Distribution Facility
FiveStar Gourmet Foods, an Ontario, California-based provider of fresh and frozen prepared foods, is expanding to the East Coast with a $20 million investment in a food manufacturing and distribution operation near Naples, Fla.
Whole Foods Promotes Don Clark to Global VP of Purchasing, Makes Announcements
Whole Foods Market announced several key items that will impact producers of products sold in their eponymous stores as well as its new retail chain of 365 by Whole Foods Market locations.